Techbargains Blog Post

Yesterday, Acer revealed the details of its upcoming AC700, its first system running a Chrome-based operating system. The Chromebook ultraportable is powered by an Intel Atom N570 dual core processor and 2GB of DDR3 memory, as well as a 16GB solid state drive for file storage, apps and games from the Chrome Web Store. The system will come with two USB 2.0 ports, a four in one card reader, and a 1.3 megapixel camera. Finally, it will have an 11.6 inch HD widescreen CineCrystal LED backlit LCD display.

Designed for quick launches and fast access to the internet, the AC700 is designed to start in ten seconds or less and wake up from its sleep state almost instantly. The system has also been built around the concept of shared documents via Google Docs and Google Calendar, as well as saving files in the cloud. It's also been designed to protect users from the threats of malware and other online issues.

The AC700 is scheduled to be available for $349.99 within the next few days, with a 3G equipped version later this summer.